#6C9F91 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy teal provides a cooling effect without appearing too vivid. Because it is highly unsaturated, the hex code #6c9f91 works best as a grounding neutral or a supporting background tone in UI design. It pairs nicely with warm terracottas to balance the temperature. With strong contrast against black text, it offers excellent readability for healthcare interfaces or clean, professional branding.
Questions about #6c9f91
What is #6c9f91 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6c9f91 is rgb(108, 159, 145), in HSL hsl(164, 21%, 52%) and in CMYK 32%, 0%, 9%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #6c9f91 in a design scheme?
#6c9f91 works effectively when balanced against warm, earthy tones to counteract its inherent coolness. Try pairing it with terracotta or deep ochre to create a sophisticated, high-contrast palette that feels grounded rather than clinical.
Is #6c9f91 readable on white or black?
#6c9f91 has a 2.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.00:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.